Great Rift Valley Safari
Great Rift Valley Safari is a 4-day / 3-night road safari travelling from Nairobi through Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara before concluding in Nairobi. The route…
Overview
A signature journey, designed by East African specialists.
Great Rift Valley Safari is a 4-day / 3-night road safari travelling from Nairobi through Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara before concluding in Nairobi. The route combines freshwater lake scenery, birdlife and relaxed Rift Valley surroundings in Lake Naivasha, Rift Valley scenery, rhino habitat and abundant birdlife in Lake Nakuru, and open savannahs, big-cat country and classic East African wildlife viewing in Masai Mara. Road travel reveals the changing scenery between destinations, while each day balances transfers with game drives, guided experiences and time at the lodge or camp.
Signature Highlights
Moments that define this journey.
Lake Naivasha: freshwater lake scenery, birdlife and relaxed Rift Valley surroundings.
Lake Nakuru: Rift Valley scenery, rhino habitat and abundant birdlife.
Masai Mara: open savannahs, big-cat country and classic East African wildlife viewing.
Scenic overland travel linking the featured destinations.
Depart Nairobi and travel by road to Lake Naivasha. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy lakeside exploration, with a boat or nature experience where included in the itinerary.
Depart Lake Naivasha and travel by road to Lake Nakuru. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy a game drive through Lake Nakuru National Park.
Depart Lake Nakuru and travel by road to Masai Mara. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy game drives across the reserve in search of plains game, predators and the wider Mara ecosystem.
After breakfast and, time permitting, a final morning experience, begin the onward road journey to Nairobi. The safari concludes with a transfer to your hotel, airport or onward departure point in Nairobi.
Included
- Transport in a custom safari vehicle suited to the road sectors shown in the itinerary.
- Services of professional English-speaking driver-guides and local guides where required.
- Accommodation and meals as specified in the itinerary.
- Scheduled game drives, excursions and transfers described in the itinerary.
- Park, reserve, conservancy and attraction fees listed under Inclusions.
- Bottled drinking water during the principal safari transfers and game drives.
Not included
- International flights unless listed under Inclusions.
- Visa costs, travel insurance, vaccinations and personal medical expenses.
- Premium drinks, laundry and personal purchases unless otherwise stated.
- Optional activities, private arrangements and permit upgrades not listed under Inclusions.
- Gratuities and any service not listed under Inclusions.
Timing depends on your destination and interests. Your consultant will recommend the best window for wildlife, weather and availability when building your quote.
Yes — every safari is privately quoted. We can adjust duration, swap camps, add extensions, or design this around a specific occasion.
Our standard quotes are for private departures of 2–6 guests. Larger family or affinity groups are accommodated with dedicated vehicles and guides.
Most camps accept children from age 6, with selected properties offering dedicated family suites and guide programmes for younger guests.
Route
Where this journey takes you.
Nairobi – Lake Naivasha – Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara – Nairobi
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